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What has driven Scottish Land & Estates to seek an extension to the licensing regime for short-term let platforms?

Scottish Land & Estates is advocating for an extension due to the challenges faced by businesses in rural areas. Complying with the new regulations, which involve obtaining certifications, is proving to be unfeasible because of a shortage of contractors.

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What has driven Scottish Land & Estates to seek an extension to the licensing regime for short-term let platforms?

Scottish Land & Estates is advocating for an extension due to the challenges faced by businesses in rural areas. Complying with the new regulations, which involve obtaining certifications, is proving to be unfeasible because of a shortage of contractors.

Valuation Services provided by The Ringley Group

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Welsh Minister Acknowledges Rent Control Drawbacks, Highlights Potential Risks to Housing Availability
The Welsh Government has raised concerns about the potential negative effects of rent control on the housing market. Minister Jane Bryant warns that rent caps may reduce rental home availability, potentially worsening affordability issues.

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ASSET MANAGEMENT
Labour Proposes French-Style Eviction Hardship Tests in New Housing Reforms
Reports suggest that the newly elected Labour government plans to introduce 'hardship tests' to make it more difficult for landlords to evict tenants. This proposal is said to be inspired by a similar system in France, where such tests have been in place since 2008. Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook is reportedly driving the initiative, who believes this approach could offer greater protection to tenants, especially those in financial distres...

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